Khalar
Khalar is a village located in Arambag subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.7km away from sub-district headquarter Arambag (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gourhati I is the gram panchayat of Khalar village.
Khalar has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khalar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khalar is 324327. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712613. Arambagh is nearest town to Khalar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
As per 2019 stats, Khalar village comes under Arambag assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Khalar
Population of Khalar
Below is a concise population overview of Khalar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 662 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 471 | 244 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 537 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 125 | 185 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khalar village:
- The total population of Khalar village is around 1,271, including approximately 662 males and 609 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Khalar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khalar village has 471 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khalar village is about 75.61%, with male literacy at 81.12% and female literacy at 69.62%.
- There are around 266 households in Khalar village.
Connectivity of Khalar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khalar. As per the 2011 stats, Khalar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khalar
Knowing the nearby villages of Khalar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khalar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khalar
- Where is Khalar located?
- Khalar village is situated in Arambag Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khalar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khalar is Gourhati I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khalar?
- The pincode of Khalar is 712613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khalar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khalar is 1,271, with 662 males and 609 females.
- How many households are there in Khalar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khalar village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khalar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khalar is 75.61%. The male literacy rate is 81.12%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.